Which of the following is a symptom of bacterial infection?

The correct answer is fever.

Key Points

•  Fever is a common symptom of bacterial infection as the body's immune system responds to the presence of bacteria by raising the internal temperature.
•  Other symptoms of bacterial infection may include fatigue, muscle aches, and chills.
•  Bacterial infections can be treated with antibiotics, but it is important to identify the specific bacteria causing the infection to ensure the right medication is prescribed.
•  If left untreated, bacterial infections can lead to more serious complications such as sepsis or organ failure.
• Bacteria that can cause disease are known as pathogenic bacteria.
• Pathogens can spread through the air, skin contact, bodily fluids, etc.

Additional Information

•  Cardiac arrest, fracture, and heart attack are not symptoms of bacterial infection. Cardiac arrest is a sudden loss of heart function, while a fracture is a break in a bone and a heart attack occurs when blood flow to the heart is blocked, typically due to a buildup of plaque in the arteries.
•  However, bacterial infections can sometimes lead to complications that affect the heart or other organs.
• For example, untreated streptococcal infections can cause rheumatic fever, which can damage the heart valves.
•  It is important to seek medical attention if you suspect you have a bacterial infection, as prompt treatment can prevent serious complications.